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Legoland California Miniland Thanks First Responders to COVID
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Legoland California Review – A Kid’s Paradise

The imagination of my two boys skyrocketed as they built and built their adventures in Legoland...

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The black sand beach of Reynisfjara has natural, offshore stone sculptures formed by volcanic ash. Photo by Bethany Kandel.
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Iceland Family Adventures

I’m dressed for an Iceland family adventure: puffy, waterproof space-like suit, crash helmet, rubber boots, goggles and gloves. This is Mother Nature at its finest and we’re...

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Florence And Tuscany With Teens In Tow

This family took their teens to Italy, first to Florence then Siena and around Tuscany, for spring break and learned that museums can be as delicious as the gelato. Italy. Just mention that you are...

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Rock On at the Panama Canal

The last time I really thought about the Panama Canal was back in middle school, when I studied how it transformed global trade routes when it opened in 1914. But then I began hearing rave reviews from...

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A Very Cool California Road Trip

My husband and I are trying to squeeze a lot of family travel into our lives, since our firstborn son will be going away to college soon. That prompted us to take a trip to Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon...

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Rome, Italy With Teens In Tow

One family tackles Rome, Italy with their teens, who adore the few days they spend in the beautiful city while learning all about the Colisseum. Italy. Just mention that you are going on vacation to...

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Our Family Vacation in Italy

Here are some tried and true tips from a mom who's "been there, done that" on an Italy family trip with her teens. Italy. Just mention that you are going on vacation to Italy and people get that dreamy...

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Venice, Italy With Teens In Tow

This family of four hit the high spots of Italy with their teens, and especially relished every moment of Venice where they used the waterways to explore and shop. Italy. Just mention that you are going...

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